Infomarine On-Line Maritime News - Maritime Law

What is IMSBC Code?

Transportation of solid bulk cargo on bulk carriers involves many risks that need to be managed to ensure the safety of the vessel and the crew on high seas. Some of these risks include reduced ship stability,

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Security Management of Commercial Ports

Defence ports are among the most secure locations in any country. Rightfully so, they are home to a nation’s naval vessels, defence armaments, offices, and personnel.

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Navigating Troubled Waters: The Anti-Maritime Piracy Act, 2022 and the Red Sea Conflict

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Top 10 Largest Flag States in the Shipping Industry

In the shipping sector, a Flag State refers to a nation where shipowners or shipping companies get their commercial ships or recreational vessels registered. Hence, the registered vessels have to carry the flag of that state.

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The Ship-breaking Industry amidst the Hong Kong Convention: Re-evaluating India’s

The Hong Kong International Convention for the Safe and Environmentally Sound Recycling of Ships, 2009 (HKC) is set to take effect from June 2025 after its ratification from countries like Pakistan and Bangladesh.

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Prime Vendor Program Logistics Explained

Who is a prime vendor? It is a single large supplier [vendor] who procures goods and services from different sources for redistribution to a customer within a geographical area.